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Overview

Holiday Cottage with Pool in Beautiful Setting on the Lot/Dordogne Borders

The Traditional Quercy Stone Barn has been modernised and renovated to provide comfortable holiday accommodation.

Each of the four self contained gites at Le Poujols offer fully furnished and well equipped self catering accommodation for 2 - 5 persons.

Le Poujols is set in acres of private grounds, totally traffic free and very tranquil without being totally isolated. The village of Salviac is just 2 kilometres away.

The cottages share a lovely pool with terracing and wooden decking and which is both fenced and alarmed and which is furnished with loungers and parasols.

The accommodation ranges from 1 to 2 bedrooms. Each gite has an open plan Living Room/Diner/Kitchen, fully equipped for the perfect self catering holidayand a separate Shower with Hand Basin and WC.

A charcoal barbeque is provided, as is garden furniture for al-fresco dining. The small private area outside the gite is shaded.

The accommodation is set in Beautiful Extensive Private Grounds, there is plenty of space for children to run and play. The property is traffic free but not remote. It is set on a hill with stunning views across the surrounding countryside and towards the village of Salviac. The village has a selection of small shops, bakery, butchery, post office and bars. There are two restaurants in the Village.

The grounds have an area for football, badminton, and volleyball and we provide table tennis, boules and other outdoor play equipment for the enjoyment of our guests. There is also a play area for smaller children.

The covered communal barbeque area overlooks the pool and is perfect for relaxed, sociable evenings in the setting sun.

If you are tired after you journey down, why not arrange, in advance, a Meal on arrival? We can also provide breakfast, packed lunches and dinner at certain times of the year, please enquire when reserving.

Although our changeover day is Saturday during High Season, during other periods, our changeover day is flexible, so short stays of less than a week are possible, as are 10, 11 or 12 day stays. Please enquire by e mail.

We accept Long Lets during the Winter period, From October through to May, at a discounted rate. Please contact us for a quote.

This unit is arranged on one level and has views to the pool and across the valley. There is one double bedroom and one bunk bedded room and one shower room with wc. The kitchen/dining/living room is open plan and comfortably furnished and fully equipped. The lounge area has a double sofa bed.

About Teresa and Steve Magill

When we bought the property, the Stone Barn had already been converted into 4 Gites.

We spent our first winter redecorating, refurbishing, repainting and re furnishing and generally bringing them up to date.

We live here full time with our two sons, a pony and our two lovely friendly dogs, Frank and Betty (!) and two cats. We are both Londoners, real townies, and after 10 years, we still have to stop and listen to the silence.

Of course, we miss 'civilisation' but after two or three days in London, we long to get away from the traffic, the noise, the hustle and bustle and the grime and back to our clean air, our traffic free roads (no traffic lights for 20 kilometres!!!!) and our peace and quiet.

Running the gites was an eye-opener , although I am a qualified chef, we had no experience of this sort of enterprise and the business came ready made so we really hit the ground running. It took us a year or two to get into the swing of dealing with all that was involved, but I think we have got the hang of it now and we have several clients who come back time and time again so we must be doing something right.

We have met (and made friends with) a great many people from all over the world and this has been a hugely enriching experience.

Teresa and Steve Magill purchased this cottage in 2005

Why Teresa and Steve Magill chose Lot

We had holidayed in Rural France on several occasions, and were really taken with this area. It's green and undulating and fresh and peaceful and clean....... I could go on and on.

When we made the decision to move to France, we probably looked at 30 properties. This old stone farmhouse seemed to fit the bill perfectly and although we did a lot of work to upgrade the gites and then more work on the house, it now works for the whole family and we feel it was worth it.

We are close to a village with an all year community, which was very important to us, as our boys both went to school in Salviac and the locals have made us very welcome. The area is not densely populated but at the same time, we are not completely cut off. The shops still close for lunch for two hours, which takes some getting used to but, hey, we now embrace this very French tradition and do you know what? We think they have got it about right!

What makes this cottage unique

Even in the winter, when the trees are covered in frost, we can wrap ourselves in fleeces and sit outside in the morning with our coffee and crosissants and take in the breathtaking view from our terrace. We may not be earning city salaries, but this is priceless.

Reviews

5/5 -

(3 traveller reviews)

Heaven in the Dordoigne

This is in fact very, very simple. We have been here 13 (!!!) times. I guess that we can assume that this doesn't need any more explanation. The location is perfect - the gites are surrounded by a lot of 'green'. The gites themselves have everything you need, they are clean and well-maintained as well as the swimming pool. From this gite, you get a very beautiful view. Activities : just go to the tourist office in the lovely town Salviac at 2 Km from this place : they will provide you all the information you need.

Teresa and Steven are very friendly hosts, they would do everything to keep their guests happy and comfortable. They are doing a fantastic job. Without any doubt, we can recommend this place. This is our paradise for the last 13 years. Regards. Joel & Daniela

A great getaway.

This is the second time we have stayed with Teresa and Steve at Le Poujols and we will be going again next year. A great relaxing environment with all the facilities needed for couples, families or groups. Teresa and Steve keep their accommodation immaculately clean and know the local area very well so can give tips and advice on local attractions. Located on a hillside in their own grounds with pool and around 30 minutes walk into Salviac makes this a great destination for a relaxing break, or as a base to exploure the Dorogne region and beyond. I really do recommend Le Poujols – far better than motels / hotels that we have used in the past.

Peaceful and Pleasent

My family had a wonderful fortnight here. We were made to feel extremely welcome, it almost felt like home. The owners have obviously spent a lot of time and effort on the accommodation and its shows in the quality. The family are polite and friendly, and have two of the most friendly and loving dogs I've seen. The dogs and our 4 children, were in separable. The dogs sat with us the evenings we stayed in, as thou they were our own. There is plenty of space for children to play on the field or in the pool area. Which was well maintained. On the whole, I would definitely recommend to friends and family, and will be taking my family back here to stay.

Le Poujols is set in an area of outstanding natural Beauty both tranquil and traffic free, but not isolated. The gites are set within private elevated grounds with wonderful views across the countryside towards the village of Salviac. It is located on the borders of the departments Lot and Dordogne. A fabulous day out canoeing on the Dordogne is just 15 minutes away by car.

The Dordogne river and all its attractions is just 12 kilometres to the north with canoes, swimming and fishing. Domme, Le Roc Gageac, Beynac, Le Bugue and Rocamadour are all within a short drive. Sarlat with its lively saturday market is 25 kilometres to the north and the medieval walled town of Gourdon with its own weekly market is 13 kilometres to the east.

This area is famous for its gastronomic delights, foie gras, goats cheese and the world famous Cahors wine, the cosmopolitan town of Cahors is 30 minutes by car.

The pretty village of Salviac is just 3 kilometres, and has everything for your daily requirements, baker, butcher, bank, post office, mini supermarket bars and restaurants.

Tennis, golf and horse riding are available nearby and the property has direct access onto many miles of marked paths and routes for off road cycling and walking.

Prices & Availability

Prices for this holiday cottage in Salviac, Lot

Additional pricing information

Pet Fee

£0

Refundable Damage Deposit

£211

We do not charge for cleaning but we expect clients to leave the fridge empty, the oven clean and to remove rubbish to the poubelles. Should the property require what we think is exceptional cleaning, the sum of 50 euros will be deducted from the deposit.

We are not in a position to inspect the gites on the day of departure. We do however do a thorough check as we clean them and prepare for the next client. Your deposit will be returned to you within 14 days of your departure providing the property is left without damage or breakages. Should it be necessary to make a deduction, we will advise in advance and will provide any receipts for repairs or replacement items on request.

A deposit of 25% is payable to secure the booking, the balance is due 6 weeks before arrival. Payment may be made by bank transfer or cheque, cheque payments must be cleared before the property can be occupied

Owner's Cancellation Policy

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27-Jun-2016

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Facilities

Accommodation and facilities for Tournesolin Salviac in Midi-Pyrenees

Property Type:

cottage
(terraced)

Meals:

Self-catering

Floor Area:

55 m²

Location Type:

rural

village

Theme:

Away From It All

Family

Sports & Activities

General:

Hair Dryer

Heating ...

Internet ...

Linens Provided ...

Living Room ...

Parking ...

Sofa Bed

Towels Provided ...

Washing Machine ...

Wood Stove ...

Kitchen:

Coffee Maker ...

Dishes & Utensils ...

Dishwasher

Kitchen ...

Microwave

Oven ...

Pantry Items ...

Refrigerator

Hob ...

Toaster

Dining:

Child's Highchair

Dining ...

Dining Area

seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:

1Bathroom

Bathroom 1 -
Toilet
,
Shower Enclosure

Towels are not included but may be provided at a small extra charge. Laundry facilities are available, there is a washing machine in the communal area

Bedrooms:

2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6

Bedroom 1 -
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2 -
2 Single Bed
,
BUNK BEDS

The price quoted is for suggested occupancy of 4 persons, additional guests may be subject to a surcharge. Cot and high chair provided on request, at no extra charge.

Entertainment:

Books ...

Games ...

Ping Pong Table

Toys

Outside:

Child's Swing

Golf ...

Kayak / Canoe ...

Garden ...

Barbecue ...

Tennis ...

Terrace

6 garden chairs

Suitability:

Long-term Renters Welcome

children welcome ...

non smoking only

pets considered ...

not suitable for elderly or infirm

wheelchair inaccessible

Pool / Spa:

Communal Pool ...

Outdoor Pool

Onsite Services:

Private Chef

Attractions:

autumn foliage

caves

churches

cinemas

festivals

museums

playground

pond

restaurants

winery tours

zoo

Leisure Activities:

bird watching

horse riding

paddle boating

scenic drives

sight seeing

walking

Local Services & Businesses:

ATM/bank

Babysitter

groceries

hospital

laundrette - serviced

massage therapist

medical services

Sports & Adventure Activities:

cycling

fishing

freshwater fishing

golf

golf pass optional

hiking

mountain biking

diving

caving

swimming

tennis

Notes:

You may arrange for a meal to be ready on your arrival, perfect after a long tiring drive = please arrange this when making your reservation. We are able to serve breakfast, packed lunches and dinner by arrangement during certain periods. We provide lots of local tourist information and can arrange other activities such as horse-riding, hot air ballooning, paintball, quad biking etc and we will be delighted to assist with booking of excursions and restaurants.

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